All-Natural Beauty Products - From the Kitchen

WAUKEGAN, ILL - Brisk fall weather is upon us, with that comes dry skin from the cooler air and winds. Seasonal skin problems can be solved this year with all-natural treatments and products that are free of harsh chemicals - a healthier option for the body and the environment. Money can be saved on expensive natural products too by using kitchen pantry staples to create DIY spa treatments for glowing skin at home.

Nielsen-Massey Vanillas, the makers of fine vanillas and flavors, has pure flavor products made from high quality natural oils and several all-natural vanilla products. Just a drop of Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract can be added to any DIY spa recipe for improved skin tone, calming aromatherapy, and healthy antioxidants.

Try these spa ideas from Nielsen-Massey for fresh fall skin with common kitchen ingredients:

• Use leftover green tea bags and place on eyes to remove dark circles and puffiness.

• Lemon oil is known to have a calming effect on the body. Mix Pure Lemon Extract with water for a beneficial skin treatment for dry skin.

• Coconut oil moisturizes skin and is known to help heal small bumps and bruises.

• Combine a splash of Rose Water with water and put into a spritzer bottle - keep it in the car or purse for a fresh scent (or leave it in the refrigerator for a cooling morning mist).

"I use vanilla sugar in my homemade body scrub. The scent is relaxing and it's an affordable way to treat myself to a little pampering," explains Beth Nielsen, chief culinary officer of Nielsen-Massey.

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